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Football Coach (Casual) – Sussex/Surrey

Palace for Life Foundation

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Job Summary

We are looking for highly motivated and enthusiastic football coaches to deliver engaging, high-quality football sessions across our programmes in Sussex and Surrey. You will deliver after-school football clubs as well as pathway and team coaching sessions. You will play a key role in creating fun, inclusive and development-focused environments that inspire young players and support their football journey.

 

What We Offer

  • Regular hours to suit your schedule;

  • Local venues in Sussex and Surrey;

  • London Living Wage salary as a minimum;

  • Training and development opportunities across our teams;

  • The opportunity to work with the official charity of a Premier League football club.

 

Job Description

As Football Coach you will:

  • Plan and deliver high-quality, age-appropriate football sessions, including structured after-school clubs, focusing on fundamental skills, movement and game understanding;

  • Deliver fun, engaging and inclusive sessions that promote player development, confidence and enjoyment of football;

  • Manage and coach teams during matches, festivals and tournaments where required, ensuring equal playing time and positive participation for all players;

  • Create a safe, positive and motivating learning environment for players of varying abilities;

  • Communicate effectively with players, parents, school staff and fellow coaches;

  • Ensure the safety and well-being of all participants, adhering to safeguarding policies and procedures at all times;

  • Maintain accurate registers, attendance records and basic player development feedback where required.

 

Person Specification

As successful candidate you will:

  • Have experience coaching football, ideally within schools, grassroots or player development environments;

  • Be an FA/UEFA qualified coach at minimum Level 1, ideally Level 2 or above;

  • Hold in-date FA First Aid and Safeguarding Children qualifications;

  • Be confident delivering after-school football clubs in a school setting;

  • Be reliable, organised, enthusiastic and willing to learn and develop as a coach;

  • Be available for afternoon, evening and/or holiday work as required.